VIRTUAL OBJECT MANIPULATION WITH GESTURES IN A MESSAGING SYSTEM

Organization Name

Inventor(s)

Maxim Maximov Lazarov of Culver City CA (US)

Andrew James Mcphee of Culver City CA (US)

VIRTUAL OBJECT MANIPULATION WITH GESTURES IN A MESSAGING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240185548 titled 'VIRTUAL OBJECT MANIPULATION WITH GESTURES IN A MESSAGING SYSTEM

Simplified Explanation

The technology described in the patent application detects different finger gestures to interact with virtual objects in a scene.

The technology recognizes open and closed trigger finger gestures.
It selects virtual objects in a scene based on the gestures detected.
It tracks the position and movement of fingers to modify the dimensions of virtual objects.

Key Features and Innovation

Detection of trigger finger gestures for interaction with virtual objects.
Selection of virtual objects based on finger gestures.
Real-time tracking of finger positions and movements.
Modification of virtual object dimensions based on finger movements.

Potential Applications

This technology can be used in virtual reality gaming, interactive simulations, and training programs where users interact with virtual objects using hand gestures.

Problems Solved

Enhances user interaction with virtual environments.
Provides a more intuitive way to manipulate virtual objects.
Improves the immersive experience in virtual reality applications.

Benefits

Enhanced user experience in virtual environments.
Increased engagement and interactivity in virtual reality applications.
Simplified and intuitive interaction with virtual objects.

Commercial Applications

Virtual reality gaming industry.
Training simulations for various industries.
Interactive educational programs.

Prior Art

There may be existing technologies that use hand gestures for interaction in virtual environments, but the specific combination of trigger finger gestures and virtual object manipulation as described in this patent application may be unique.

Frequently Updated Research

There may be ongoing research in the field of gesture recognition and virtual reality interaction that could impact the development and implementation of this technology.

Questions about the Technology

How does this technology improve user interaction in virtual reality environments?

This technology enhances user interaction by allowing users to manipulate virtual objects using natural hand gestures, providing a more immersive and intuitive experience.

What are the potential limitations of using finger gestures for interacting with virtual objects?

Some potential limitations could include the need for precise hand movements and the learning curve for users unfamiliar with gesture-based interactions.

Original Abstract Submitted

the subject technology detects a first gesture and a second gesture, each gesture corresponding to an open trigger finger gesture. the subject technology detects a third gesture and a fourth gesture, each gesture corresponding to a closed trigger finger gesture. the subject technology, selects a first virtual object in a first scene. the subject technology detects a first location and a first position of a first representation of a first finger from the third gesture and a second location and a second position of a second representation of a second finger from the fourth gesture. the subject technology detects a first change in the first location and the first position and a second change in the second location and the second position. the subject technology modifies a set of dimensions of the first virtual object to a different set of dimensions.